Top Asia Cooking Classes

Bồng Farm – More than a meal, it’s a story you live. Nestled in the lush countryside, Bồng Farm Restaurant offers an unforgettable experience of authentic Vietnamese cuisine made from fresh, organic ingredients grown right on our farm. Dine under bamboo roofs surrounded by nature, and savor dishes crafted with love and tradition. Join our Dumplings Cooking Class Roll up your sleeves and step into a hands-on culinary adventure! Learn to make traditional Vietnamese dumplings from scratch with guidance from our passionate local chefs. Perfect for families, food lovers, and curious travelers! What You’ll Enjoy: • A warm, rustic farm setting • Organic, homegrown vegetables and herbs • Interactive cooking classes with take-home recipes • A delicious meal you helped create • Unforgettable memories and new friendships!

Shop like a local, then cook like a local! Visit a real Japanese supermarket with us to pick fresh ingredients, then cook an authentic home-style meal near Tokyo Tower with Mari, a culinary expert featured on Japanese TV and magazines, and her daughter Ayumi. Choose from two courses: 1. Temaki Sushi Course Make sushi rice, tamagoyaki, and teriyaki chicken, then roll your own sushi with fresh fish, vegetables, or tofu. Vegetarian options available. 2. Japanese Hamburger Steak Course Cook juicy hambagu, creamy potato salad, and miso soup made with real dashi. Optional pairings: Japanese sake or craft beer. Lessons are in English, no experience needed — we guide every step. Take home the recipes to recreate the dishes after your trip. After cooking, we enjoy the meal together like family and share local tips for your Tokyo trip. More than a cooking class — a warm cultural exchange. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, and small groups.

Discover the rich tea culture at Qixian Peak Scenic Area in Yangshuo, where lush tea terraces meet stunning karst landscapes. This hands-on activity invites you to pick tender tea buds under the guidance of local gardeners, donning traditional bamboo hats and carrying baskets. Experience the meticulous art of tea processing—stir-frying, rolling, and drying—transforming fresh leaves into aromatic 'Cuiyu' green tea. The highlight is tasting the tea you’ve crafted, all while surrounded by breathtaking scenery that blends nature and culture seamlessly.

Engage in a transformative journey through the core principles of Zen and meditation in this unique experience. Begin with an enlightening lecture on zazen, where you will learn the history and techniques to align body, breath, and mind. Participate in guided demonstrations that cover posture and breathing, followed by a short zazen session to practice with fellow meditators. Delve into a longer meditation period, where you can choose to receive gentle taps to enhance focus. Afterward, discuss insights with the head priest about the Three Poisons and practical meditation techniques. Conclude with a serene matcha tea ceremony, enjoying seasonal sweets while deepening your appreciation for this calming tradition.

In this class, our focus is on cooking, plating, and enjoying a full Korean meal — the way it's truly meant to be shared. You'll cook in a calm, well-equipped kitchen inspired by traditional Hanok architecture. Every guest prepares their own dishes using seasonal vegetables and fermented pastes like doenjang and gochujang, some of which are brought directly from the chef’s hometown. The menu is thoughtfully designed to cover a balanced, beautiful table setting — from banchan to soup and main dish — all made by you. Rather than spending time outside, we give that time to real cooking and the joy of creating something by hand. We don’t run commercial market tours, but if you're curious, we're happy to share a few trusted, local markets that offer a more authentic experience. This is not a food tour. It’s a genuine Korean cooking journey.

Musoshin Ramen Dojo Authentic ramen-making taught by ramen masters Enjoy an authentic ramen-making experience in Gion, Kyoto, created by Musoshin, a popular ramen brand with six locations in Kyoto and Toronto. Musoshin’s Toronto locations have been recognized by Michelin for four consecutive years. This special experience includes hands-on ramen making and tasting, carefully guided by professional ramen chefs, along with a personalized chopstick engraving experience. An optional plate-painting experience is also available, making this a complete and memorable plan.

We will teach you how to make Michelin-starred ramen and the recipes. We are a ramen workshop in Kyoto and the only ramen shop we operate. Musoshin Ramen has six stores around the world. This is the only ramen workshop in Kyoto run by a ramen restaurant, and our classes have many vegetarian and vegan customers. The ingredients for the ramen you cook are brought from the nearby Musoshin Gion store. They are the ingredients for ramen made by the chef the day before. We want people all over the world to eat our ramen. And we want to spread the culture of delicious ramen from here to the world. With that thought in mind, we created Musoshin Ramen Academy.

#1. You can enjoy three iconic elements of Japanese culture—tea ceremony, kimono, and calligraphy—all in one private and peaceful setting. #2.The experience is perfect for beginners, with friendly English support and thoughtful guidance throughout. #3.You can take photos in your kimono and bring home your calligraphy as a special memory. #4.Conveniently located in central Osaka, Sazanka offers a serene retreat where you can immerse yourself in tradition. With a climate-controlled indoor setting, you can enjoy the experience in comfort without worrying about the weather.

Step into a real Japanese apartment in Osaka and cook in the kitchen and dining room of a local host's home. Learn how to make authentic Japanese home-style dishes from a host who was born and raised in Osaka. With a maximum of just four guests, this intimate small-group experience provides a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of personal guidance throughout the class. As a certified Japanese language teacher, I'm happy to share useful Japanese phrases and answer any questions you have about life and culture in Japan.

In the heart of Seoul, gain a quick and clear understanding of Korea’s traditional rice wine, makgeolli, through a brief yet insightful introduction. Guided by the owner—a professional brewer and certified sommelier—you’ll taste freshly brewed makgeolli while learning about its flavor, history, and cultural significance. Chowol means "to transcend" in Korean. We explore how traditional makgeolli can move beyond convention while respecting centuries of brewing heritage.

Uncover the rich tradition of Japanese sake with a guided tasting featuring 12 distinct varieties, each chosen to highlight the unique aspects of this beloved beverage. A knowledgeable host guides you through the details of each sake — from the rice and brewing region to the flavor notes that set them apart. Ideal for novices and enthusiasts alike, this experience lets you compare flavors and deepen your appreciation of sake's complexity. Located in Kyoto's vibrant Kawaramachi district, My Sake World offers a welcoming space to explore and purchase your favorites, taking home a piece of Japan's sake heritage. Planning your Kyoto itinerary? This tasting fits easily between temple visits and sightseeing, thanks to its central Kawaramachi location. We recommend booking in advance, though walk-ins are welcome if space allows — an easy, English-friendly way to add cultural depth to your trip.

Chunpoong Brewery seamlessly blends elements of traditional Korean breweries with contemporary architecture. Each space is thoughtfully designed to evoke a sense of historical charm and cultural depth. Located in the heart of Seoul, our brewery offers an immersive experience where guests can explore the heritage of Korean traditional alcohol. Through guided explanations, visitors gain insights into its historical significance and cultural value, as well as a clear understanding of the fundamental principles of fermentation—an ancient science that has evolved alongside humanity for thousands of years. Discover the taste of our makgeolli, crafted with the refined essence of fermentation science.

Step inside a working Zen temple in Kyoto for a private cultural experience rarely available to ordinary visitors. Meet your English-speaking guide and join the resident priest for an authentic zazen meditation session inside a traditional Zen hall. Learn proper posture, breathing, and meditation practice in a quiet setting designed for reflection and mindfulness. After meditation, move to a tatami room overlooking a centuries-old karesansui Zen garden. Enjoy freshly whisked matcha tea and a seasonal Japanese sweet while the priest explains Zen philosophy, temple culture, and the meaning behind the garden’s stone arrangements and rake patterns. Your guide translates throughout the experience, helping you connect naturally with the priest and better understand the traditions of Zen Buddhism. This intimate experience offers a peaceful side of Kyoto that most travelers never see.

Visiting some great viewing spots of Mt.Fuji and making your own Mt.Fuji with Japanese traditional sweets,”Wagashi”! You’ll return to the port at least 2.5 hours before your cruise ship’s departure.

Unlike typical Train Street visits, this experience combines Hanoi's famous Southern Train Street with a hands-on Vietnamese coffee workshop in a hidden heritage house. Guests learn to make Egg Coffee, Coconut Coffee, Salted Coffee, and traditional Vietnamese phin coffee before joining a approx 800m guided walk through the historic railway district to experience Train Street from a local perspective. Along the way, discover hidden alleys, local stories, and Hanoi culture in a small-group setting. The guided experience lasts approximately 2 hours. After the activity concludes at the Train Street cafe, guests are welcome to stay as long as they wish to enjoy the unique railway atmosphere, take photos, relax with their coffee, and experience Train Street at their own pace. This activity is perfect for train enthusiasts, coffee lovers, photographers, couples, and travelers looking for a more authentic experience beyond standard sightseeing tours.

Taste the Tuna Served at Ginza's Finest Sushi Restaurants in a Private Yokohama Home What if you could enjoy the same premium tuna supplied to some of Ginza's finest sushi restaurants and learn to prepare it yourself? Welcome to my home in Yokohama, where my husband's family has been in the tuna wholesale business for 150 years. This is your chance to experience exceptional Japanese ingredients up close, far beyond simply ordering sushi at a restaurant. Together, we'll create beautiful temari sushi using premium tuna and A5-grade Wagyu beef, enjoy a selection of Japanese sake, and finish with matcha and mochi. This is more than a meal. It's a personal, hands-on experience of Japanese food culture, shared in the warmth of a local home. Visiting Yokohama on a cruise? We offer complimentary pickup at Yokohama Osanbashi Port and Daikoku, with flexible start times by arrangement. Step ashore and discover a delicious side of Japan that you won't find on an ordinary shore excursion.

Our tea ceremony offers a rare opportunity to slow down in a quiet seaside village, where guests can experience Oriental tea culture in a peaceful setting. Every session is carefully curated, combining tea, story, and calm hospitality to help guests reconnect with themselves through the art of tea. Guests are also invited to enjoy a selection of unique teaware, each piece selected to enhance the mood and atmosphere of the experience. In East Asian tradition, tea was often enjoyed alongside poetry, painting, and calligraphy — the gentle arts cherished by tea lovers. Drawing inspiration from this cultural heritage, our ceremony includes a calligraphy activity where guests can express their tea experience through brush and ink. This thoughtful practice not only adds a creative dimension to the session, but also offers a tangible keepsake that captures the spirit of stillness and reflection.

Experience an authentic private matcha tea ceremony in a traditional Kyoto tea room, guided in the spirit of omotenashi—Japan’s philosophy of wholehearted hospitality. Hosted by a Kyoto local from a kimono family, this is not a demonstration, but a quiet and personal cultural experience. Inside a real tea room, you will observe the careful preparation of matcha and learn the meaning behind each movement, tool, and gesture. Every element reflects centuries of tradition and the intention to create harmony between host and guest. You will be welcomed as a guest and served matcha and traditional Japanese sweets, allowing you to experience the atmosphere of a genuine tea gathering. This fully private experience offers a rare opportunity to step away from the crowds and encounter the living culture of Kyoto in an intimate and meaningful way.

Step into the cozy kitchen of a real Tokyo mom and experience the warm hospitality of Japanese home cooking. This class offers more than just recipes—it’s a cultural journey guided by someone who has cooked these meals for her own family. You’ll prepare handmade dishes that Japanese people truly eat at home, using natural ingredients and seasonal vegetables. Learn the fundamentals of washoku (Japanese cuisine), including how to make authentic dashi (Japanese soup stock) without additives. All main dishes and sides are made from scratch. This is not a touristy cooking show—this is a heartwarming, real-life taste of Japan.

Experience the authentic flavors of Bali with a sanur Balinese Cooking Class and Traditional Market Tour, a cultural and culinary journey that takes you beyond the typical tourist experience. This immersive program allows you to explore local ingredients, learn traditional cooking techniques, and prepare classic Balinese dishes guided by an experienced local chef. You’ll discover the secrets behind Bali’s rich flavors—aromatic galangal, fresh turmeric root, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, candle nuts, and palm sugar. You’ll learn how these ingredients are combined into Base Genep, Bali’s sacred spice paste used in many traditional recipes. This market visit is not just about shopping—it’s about understanding how food connects to Balinese culture, community, and spirituality.

Balinese flavors can be hard to find outside the island. Learn how to recreate its rich culinary heritage when you book this private cooking class in Echo Beach, in the heart of Canggu. Choose between Balinese fish, chicken, or vegetarian menus, or a selection of pan-Indonesian favorites, then work with a professional chef to bring the dishes alive. Choose between lunch or early dinner options to suit your schedule.

Experience the authentic flavors of Bali through a hands-on cooking class in Tanjung Benoa, where you will learn how to prepare traditional Balinese dishes using fresh ingredients picked from a tropical spice and herb garden. Guided by an experienced local chef, this immersive culinary journey introduces you to Bali's rich food culture, traditional cooking techniques, and the secrets behind its famous spice blends. Before cooking, enjoy a guided walk through the herb and spice garden where you will discover fresh turmeric, ginger, galangal, lemongrass, pandan leaves, kaffir lime leaves, chilies, and other essential ingredients used in Balinese cuisine. Learn about their culinary, medicinal, and cultural significance in everyday Balinese life. After the garden visit, head to the cooking pavilion and begin creating a variety of authentic dishes from scratch. The chef will guide you step-by-step, making the class suitable for both beginners and experienced cooks.

Get a hands-on lesson in Thai cooking and visit the historic Talad Chat Chai food market during this small-group experience in Hua Hin. Learn to make classic Thai recipes in a traditional Thai teak house surrounded by Asian antiques and a koi pond, gaining in-depth insights into Thai culinary culture before enjoying your meal. Included hotel pickup and drop-off makes for a seamless experience.

Welcome to Beer Phobe, Busan’s cozy craft beer pub where you can explore the world—one sip at a time! Our friendly and fun beer tasting class is perfect for anyone curious about beer, especially if you're new to it. Whether you're visiting Busan, Korea, or just looking for a unique local experience, this class lets you dive into a wide range of domestic and imported craft beers, with styles from all over the globe. From crisp lagers and juicy IPAs to rich stouts and flavorful wheat beers, you’ll get to taste and learn about the amazing variety beer has to offer—without any pressure or pretense. Discover new favorites, meet fellow beer lovers, and enjoy a relaxed, flavor-filled adventure at Beer Phobe. Cheers to discovering your beer style!